Services

Preventative Dental Care

the best way to avoid emergency trips to the dentist is through preventative dental care.

A dental cleaning every 6 months helps prevent ongoing dental health problems like plaque and calculus build-up. 

Especially common for children who have a more difficult time cleaning their molars, sealants are a protective coating that act as guards against cavity and decay.

Fluoride is a natural and safe chemical applied to your teeth to provide an extra layer of protection from decay.

restorative dental care

keep your smile healthy & happy with the help of our restorative dental services.

When plaque or bacterial deposits reach deep below your gums, a procedure called scaling and root planing is required. To minimize discomfort, your gums are numbed so the bacterial deposits can be removed. We use special instruments to remove the deposits while gently flushing out the bacteria.

After complete removal of deposits, the gums tighten up around your teeth so that future cleanings can be accomplished in one routine visit. If you notice your gums are bleeding, you have a sour odor to your breath, or you see swelling along your gumline, please call Seward Park Family Dental today for an appointment.

Scaling and root planing may be the solution to restoring your fresh breath and healthy smile.

A dental crown is a common method of reinforcing a damaged tooth which may be cracked, chipped or fractured. When a large structure of tooth has been taken away, usually from decay or root canal therapy we may recommend a crown.

Crowns may also act as a cosmetic solution for unsightly fillings, or chipped or cracked tooth structures. They also act as a protection against further damage.

At Seward Park Family Dental, Dr. Lin and Nartea work closely with high quality dental labs to ensure that the best in cosmetics and strength are used when fabricating your crowns. High-quality crowns result in more consistent outcomes that last for years.

At times, some patients come to us with crowns that have been aesthetically compromised or that are defective and in need of replacement. We are happy to discuss options with you.

If you are missing some of your teeth Seward Park Family Dental can help. Using dental implants, Dr. Lin and Dr. Nartea can replace your tooth or teeth in a way that restores your ability to chew and smile naturally, without fear of loose dentures or partials. First, we take a CT scan of the area and then we plan the surgical placement for your implant.

On the day of surgery, the implant which resembles an artificial tooth root is placed in the gap where your natural tooth is missing. Over the next few months, the bone grows in and around the implant, bonding it to your bone. We then fabricate an implant crown to restore your ability to chew in that area.

Sometimes, the inside of a tooth can be come infected when decay or injury occurs to the nerve tissue. This can cause prolonged cold sensitivity, hot sensitivity and possibly swelling. Unfortunately, infections due to teeth can sometimes be life threatening.

A root canal sounds uncomfortable, but the reality is that root canals often actually put a stop to pain and swelling. When a tooth is infected, a root canal can halt the infection and allow you to keep the tooth.

In the case we are unable to do it in the office because of difficulty, we will refer you to an excellent local specialist.

While extraction is usually unnecessary, whould the tooth need to be extracted, we can provide implant services. In most cases, your tooth can usually be crowned after the root canal treatment which prevents breakage while chewing in the future. If you are experiencing swelling in your mouth, pus, bleeding, or severe or unrelenting pain, call us at 206 721 7880 now. We will help stop the infection and keep it from threatening your health.

A filling is usually the best choice to stop a cavity from enlarging and threatening your entire tooth. For this reason, it is important to have cavities filled promptly.

Gone are the days when fillings needed to be metallic colored! Modern dentistry now allows dentists to use tooth colored dental composite which chemically bonds to the tooth so you no longer need to take away as much tooth structure just to get it to hold. This also provides support as well as a tight seal to keep further decay from occurring. The sooner a tooth with decay is filled with dental composite the less probability the tooth will need a crown or more complex treatment.

Durable white fillings are also used to replace damaged metal ones and to repair chipped teeth. White fillings let you laugh, talk, and smile with confidence, knowing all your teeth look healthy Call 206 721-7880 to make your appointment for natural-looking white fillings.

In the case that we are unable to do an implant or you prefer not to have an implant, a bridge is a permanent and more affordable restoration option for one or more missing teeth. The bridge is created by attaching an artificial tooth to the real teeth next to it.

 

cosmetic dental care

let’s keep those pearly whites shining bright!

There are many cosmetic dental problems that can lead to you being less than satisfied with your smile. Do you have large gaps between some of your teeth? What about mildly crooked teeth? A chipped or discolored tooth? A set of porcelain veneers can help with all of these issues.

Veneers are like an instant makeover for your teeth. At Seward Park Family Dental, Dr. Lin and Dr. Nartea can permanently bond these thin, custom-made shells over your teeth to cover imperfections and give you a smile you can be proud of. Porcelain veneers could be the best thing you do for your smile. To schedule and get a consultation today, please call (206)721-7880.

No matter how much you brush those pearly whites, teeth will discolor over time due to aging and the foods and beverages consumed. We can help you brighten your smile.

urgent dental care

Unsure if you’re undergoing a dental emergency?

Dental emergencies range from the mildly annoying to serious. Dr. Lin and Dr. Nartea provide a wide range of emergency services and can help diagnose your emergent needs. Here are a few common signs that you have a dental emergency:

This is when your tooth has been knocked out, usually in the case of an accident, sports or work-related injury.

Swelling of the face, eye, under the lower jaw, or inside the mouth.

Pain that is unaffected by over-the-counter medication

No matter how it was broken, whether in an accident, sports or work-related injury, or from a previous break, you’ll want to get your tooth back to normal.

If you’re experiencing a higher sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures, or tenderness while biting, you may need to come have your teeth checked.

5224 Wilson Ave S #101B
Seattle, WA  98118

(206) 721-7880
office@sewardparkdental.com

Monday — Friday 7am – 5pm
Closed for Lunch: 1pm – 2pm